Brandy Cherries

Preserve morello cherries in layers of pounded sugar and French brandy for a sweet, boozy treat that lasts for years.

Vegetarian Dessert Preserve Cherries Brandy

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

1117.5

kcal / serving

2235 kcal total

Carbs

142.7g

per serving

285.4 g total

Fat

0.4g

per serving

0.8 g total

Protein

0.8g

per serving

1.5 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

jars

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

225

Sugar

Pounded

Fruits

450

Morello Cherries

Half the stalks removed

Liquids

500

French Brandy

Enough to cover the cherries

NutsSeeds

handful

Bitter Almonds

Blanched; optional improvement

handful

Peach Kernels

Optional improvement

Method

Prepare clean and dry wide-mouthed glass bottles.

Remove half of the stalks from the cherries.

Layer cherries and sugar in the bottles until nearly full.

Pour in enough brandy to completely cover the fruit.

Add blanched almonds or peach kernels if desired.

Seal bottles with corks and store in a dry place for at least two months.